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News4 transportation reporter Adam Tuss spends the day with United Airline's ground team on the tarmac Dulles International airport. (Published Thursday, Aug. 7, 2014)

D.C. is known for lots of great things, but getting around quickly and conveniently is not exactly one of them.

Lucky for you, News4 Transportation Reporter Adam Tuss says there are some major changes coming to the District, Maryland and Northern Virginia that could revolutionize the way you get around.

As part of Adam's special report for News4, "Changing Lanes," check out his list of ten projects coming to the area that might relieve your commuting woes.

1. The Metro Silver Line

You've probably heard the hype around Metro's brand-new Silver Line, and for good reason. The $2.9 billion first phase of the line opened in late July, and includes five new stations: Wiehle-Reston East, Spring Hill, Greensboro, Tysons Corner and McLean.

The Beltway is one of the most frustrating roadways in the country and makes a regular appearance on "worst commute" lists. There are repeated efforts to make driving the Beltway easier, including the 495 Express Lanes that opened in November, 2012. Those lanes are "high occupancy toll" lanes with tolls that fluctuate based on demand.

MARC and VRE have been talking about extending each service into the other's state, which will improve riders' commutes. The plan will mean MARC and VRE trains wouldn't have to turn around at Union Station, creating a true regional rail system.

The Silver Line might be the star of the show right now, but there is a chance Metro might be adding an additional line.

The Purple Line is just a concept now, but, if built, it would link Bethesda and New Carrollton with 21 stations. The line would cost about $2.15 billion to build, around $900 million of which Maryland is seeking in federal money.